Mark Palmer
About Mark Palmer
Mark Palmer is an Equity Research Analyst specializing in Fintech and Digital Assets, currently working at Berenberg Capital Markets. He has over 20 years of experience in equity analysis and has held senior positions at firms such as BTIG, LLC, and BlackRock.
Work at Berenberg
Mark Palmer currently serves as an Equity Research Analyst focusing on Fintech and Digital Assets at Berenberg Capital Markets. He has been in this role since 2023, based in New York, New York. In this position, he provides coverage of both public and private companies within the Fintech and Digital Assets sectors.
Previous Experience at BTIG
Prior to his current role, Mark Palmer worked at BTIG, LLC in the Research Division. He held the position of Managing Director and Head of Digital Assets Research from 2020 to 2023, where he also served as the Lead Fintech Analyst. His tenure at BTIG lasted three years, during which he focused on analyzing the digital assets market.
Background in Financial Analysis
Mark Palmer has over 20 years of experience in analyzing and investing in equities and high yield/distressed corporate bonds. He has held significant roles in various financial institutions, including Highbridge Capital Management and BlackRock, where he specialized in high yield and distressed debt analysis.
Education and Expertise
Mark Palmer studied at the University of Virginia, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) and a Master of Arts (MA) in Rhetoric and Communication Studies. He also obtained a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School. His educational background supports his expertise in financial analysis, particularly in the Financials and Fintech sectors.
Achievements and Rankings
Mark Palmer has received recognition for his performance as an equity analyst. He was ranked #13 on TipRanks’ list of all Wall Street equity analysts in 2020, achieving a 73% success rate. Additionally, he was ranked #3 on TipRanks’ list of Top 10 Wall Street Analysts for 2016 with a 78% success rate and recognized as the #1 Insurance Stock Picker in 2017 by Thomson Reuters Analyst Awards.